Legal Support Assistant — Growth & Impact

Jones Day; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Day seeks a Legal Support Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support for lawyers, paralegals, and staff. Responsibilities include time entry, expense processing, conference and travel planning, file management, and document formatting.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or in a team. Hours are 9:00–5:30, Monday–Friday, with occasional overtime.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one year of work experience, preferably in a professional services organization or law firm.
• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Adobe Acrobat.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a close team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high degree of administrative support for lawyers, paralegals, and other staff.
• Handle time entry and expense report processing.
• Arrange conferences and travel; manage filing, printing, and copying.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail; conduct internet research.
• Format and edit documents; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Adobe Acrobat

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Independent / team work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Jones Day seeks a Legal Support Assistant to provide comprehensive administrative support for lawyers, paralegals, and staff. Responsibilities include time entry, expense processing, conference and travel planning, file management, and document formatting.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or in a team. Hours are 9:00–5:30, Monday–Friday, with occasional overtime.